ACSM is a fine certification and is the oldest in the industry. ACSM certification was specifically designed by medical doctors and exercise physiologists for exercise physiologists who planned on careers in the health and medical community. ACSM certification is generally required for any exercise physiologist working in hospital or medical clinics with cardio-rehabilitation patients. ACSM certification requires a college degree in exercise physiology or related areas.

Ace is a fine certification and is one of the oldest (ACE and ACSM are the oldest certifications). ACE and the IFPA have significantly different philosophies on what a certification should do. ACE is largely an academic exercise, their program is heavily weighted toward the academicians science with little or no regard to the application of academic theory in the real world.

The NSCAs CSCS (Certified Sports Conditioning Specialist) is a fine certification. The CSCS is designed for college and professional strength coaches. The CSCS is designed for the most popular sports. The IFPA has taken a different approach to sports conditioning. The IFPA has a basic sports conditioning and ten sports specific certifications. The basic course covers all aspects of sports conditioning of all components of fitness.

IFPA Certifications are offered at major universities, fitness facilities and conference centers throughout the United States and internationally. The IFPA also offers Distance Learning versions of its most popular certifications. Home Shopping Cart My Account Customer Service Privacy Policy Site Map Personal Trainer Certification IFPA 14509 University Point Place, Tampa, FL 33613, USA (813) 979-1925, (800) 785-1924, Fax: (813) 979-1978

The real claim to fame for the IFPA: PRACTICAL. The IFPA did not build our programs to win acclaim from academicians in the Ivory Towers of Academia; we dont care about their opinion. The IFPA did not build our programs to win acclaim from doctors in the medical community we dont care about their opinion. The IFPA did not build our programs to win envy from the other certifications available today we dont care about their opinion.

You need 12 C.E.C. (Continuing Education Credits) to renew. You have several options in order to get CECs: (1) CECs are awarded for any IFPA Certification course you take during the renewal period (begins 1 yr prior to expiration and goes to your expiration date). The IFPA has over 2 dozen certification courses available, with many more currently in development. (2) CECs are awarded for any IFPA CEC course you take during you renewal period.

With roots back to 1991, the IFPA was incorporated in 1994 by James T. Bell, M.S. Mr. Bell has over 10 years experience certifying personal trainers and has trained over 5,000 individuals. Mr. Bell founded the IFPA to establish fitness certifications that are based upon the practical, scientifically based information. Once you become certified by the IFPA you are a member of the IFPA for two years.

Certification examinations include 100 questions in a multiple choice format that test the comprehension of material covered in IFPA programs. Advanced certifications include a practical demonstration component. Distance Learning Certifications are similar in format consisting of 200 questions, including a 50 question written practical component.

Registrations for an IFPA Certifications are processed within 48 hours. Study materials are shipped UPS-signature required and should arrive within 3 days (express delivery is available at an additional charge). Price includes manual, study outline, preparatory workshop at specified location, certification testing, certificate, wallet card, and IFPA membership. A practice examination may also be ordered and included (check for current price).

Passing for the IFPA examinations is 80%. Registered participants who do not pass the first time around are given the opportunity to retake the Certification exam for a modest retake fee.

ACSM stands for the American College of Sports Medicine. This organization is made up of experts in the field of sports and exercise and is recognized as a world leader in the science and medical aspects of sports, exercise and physical activity. You can learn more about ACSM at its Web site, www.acsm.org.

FPAA in has a proven track record of producing quality CFP Education Program subject materials, which is deemed to be the most established and advance in the Asia Pacific region.

Once you register with IFPA, you will be automatically regarded as our Alumni member. You are entitled to attractive discounts on seminars / workshops conducted by IFPA on a regular basis as well as the purchase of financial tools and books that are made available through IFPA Alumni Club (IRAC). You will also be invited to attend gatherings to help form a network of business associates for your financial planning practice. Yes, you can.

ACSM Profinder is a resource which can be used by ACSM credentialed professionals to post their contact information for potential employers or professional peers. It can be used as a marketing tool, allowing prospective clients to located experts who have earned the “Gold Standard” among credentialing.

If you attended an ACSM endorsed program and submitted the CEC form and processing fee for documentation, or if you attended an ACSM endorsed program within the last year but did not request CECs, please contact the ACSM Continuing Education Department at education@acsm.org. If you attended a non-ACSM endorsed program, these CECs will not appear on this print.

Many lending institutions will require an ALTA/ACSM survey in commercial loans. Contact your lending institution or real estate broker for further information.

For those who are ACSM certified, continuing education credits from the American Council on Exercise (ACE) may be applied toward the ACSM continuing certification process.

For the first time in Malaysia, IFPA brings to you a new mode of delivery for the CFP Certification Program. Candidates are now able to study at their own pace (IFPA Proprietary Open Learning Support - POLS) and attend intensive face to face workshops to prepare them for the CFP Certification Exams conducted by FPAM. Candidates are provided additional subject materials from FPA, adapted to suit the Malaysia Financial Planning Industry, at no additional cost.

With our course materials (in collaboration with FPA), recommended study schedule as well as with your active participation of our on-line support and face-to-face workshops, we are confident that you should succeed in your examinations.

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